When will the editors at the Tribune understand: Your readers (you know, of the "Chicago" Sports section) don't give a damn about the Head or Heat or whatever it is. Just because the company owns a paper or two in Fla. doesn't mean Chicagoans care about the signing of a...

Napier played in 40 games for the national champion Connecticut Huskies last season, averaging 18.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.9 assists, 1.83 steals and 35.1 minutes per game while shooting 42.9 percent from the field.

"Shabazz is a proven winner and one of the most mature college players that I have ever met," said Hear president Pat Riley. "Not only did he help lead UConn to two NCAA Championships, but he also knows exactly what he needs to do to make an impact at the NBA level. I believe the experience he had during the Summer League is going to payoff in leaps and bounds when training camp begins."

In 143 career games for UConn, Napier averaged 13.7 points, 4.5 assists, 4.0 rebounds, 1.76 steals and 32.3 minutes while shooting 41.1 percent from the field, 37.5 percent from three-point range and 81.3 percent from the foul line.

Napier was snagged in minor controversy earlier this week when it was reported he unfollowed former Heat superstar LeBron James on Twitter. Napier claimed he doesn't maintain his Twitter account.

Before signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers, James said following Napier's selection in the draft that he was a big fan of the young guard.

Days after the Blackhawks unveiled contract extensions for Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews, the Bulls used the same red carpet treatment for the twosome they hope can push them into championship status their fellow United Center tenant has enjoyed.